Gentian Seeds – Bottle

Bottle Gentian, also known as Gentiana andrewsii, is a striking perennial plant known for its unique, closed, bottle-shaped blue blooms. These flowers add a bold accent to late-season gardens, as they typically bloom in late summer through fall. Gentians are excellent for naturalistic plantings, pollinator-friendly gardens, and borders. Their unusual blossoms remain tightly closed, creating an eye-catching contrast to more common garden flowers.

Features:

• Produces deep blue, bottle-shaped flowers

• Long-lasting perennial with late-season blooms

• Attracts pollinators such as bumblebees

• Thrives in moist, well-drained soil

• Suitable for wildflower gardens, borders, and naturalized areas

Specifications:

• Common Name: Bottle Gentian

• Scientific Name: Gentiana andrewsii

• Life Cycle: Perennial

• Bloom Season: Late summer to fall (August to October)

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–7

• Light Requirements: Partial shade to full sun

• Soil Type: Moist, rich, well-drained soil

• Plant Height: 12–24 inches

• Planting Season:

  • Spring: March–May (Zones 3–7)

  • Fall: September–October (Zones 5–7)

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Water Needs: Medium to high moisture